Ticketing & Fundraising Specialist

LEGENDS & ASM GLOBAL

Two powerhouse companies have joined forces to redefine excellence in sports, entertainment, and live events. Together, we combine unmatched expertise with a global reach, offering end-to-end solutions – from venue development and event booking to revenue strategy and hospitality.

Legends brings a 360-degree, data-driven approach across Global Partnerships, Hospitality, Merchandise, and Attractions, working with top-tier clients to deliver exceptional experiences.

ASM Global, the world leader in venue management and live event production, oversees 350 iconic venues stadiums, arenas, conventions centers and theaters.

Our organization is committed to building an inclusive, innovative environment where differences drive solutions that benefit our team members, guests, and partners. Guided by our values of respect, integrity, and accountability, we create a workplace where everyone can succeed. Are you ready to be part of the team that is transforming live entertainment? Join us to make legends happen!

THE PROJECT

Kansas Athletics and Legends, a global premium experiences company, have announced a comprehensive, long-term partnership focused on reimagining the fan experience as part of the expansive renovation of iconic Allen Fieldhouse and the transformation of David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium.

Allen Fieldhouse, the premier venue in college basketball, has undergone a series of renovations that include upgraded fan experience amenities and reimagined and expanded premium hospitality spaces. David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium is part of a transformational multi-use development project to create a north gateway entrance to the University of Kansas campus.

As part of the overarching agreement, Legends will work in partnership with Kansas Athletics to optimize revenue generation and curate experiences for all Jayhawk fans. With a data-driven approach, Legends will oversee premium product development, pricing, and sales as part of the projects, as well as manage overall premium seating, ticket sales, annual fund donations, marketing strategy, and business intelligence for all ticketed sporting events.

THE ROLE

The Ticketing & Fundraising Specialist is primarily responsible for driving revenue and hitting sales goals around the season, group, premium ticket, donation, and hospitality packages for Kansas Athletics. This person should be a self-motivated and positive professional. This position is responsible for engaging, servicing and soliciting existing Kansas Athletics donors and ticket holders, while also identifying new prospective donors. This position will be focused on building relationships, servicing all Kansas supporters, driving revenue for Kansas Athletics, and being a positive steward and representative of Legends and the University of Kansas. The Ticketing & Fundraising Specialist will work under the direction and guidance of the Director, Sales, Service, & Retention.

ESSENTIAL DUTES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

•  The candidate will be responsible for offering a full menu of seating opportunities for Kansas Football, Men’s Basketball,     and all other ticketed sports.
•  Coordinate and execute sales calls on all potential customers through prospecting, cold callings, and referrals from   current customers.
•  Identify and manage a portfolio of new prospects and existing donors to provide excellent customer service and drive   revenue through the sales of ticket and donation offerings.
•  Effectively use Salesforce CRM to accurately record all client and prospect interactions.
•  Participate and contribute in weekly sales meetings and training sessions.
•  Work in conjunction with Kansas Athletic Department team members to promote and generate sales on all events while   providing a great fan experience.
•  Assist with any administrative ticket functions.
•  Assist with any special projects or duties as assigned by Director, Sales, Service, & Retention.
•  Entertain and nurture relationships with current donors and prospects through creative means including but not limited   to: networking events, speaking engagements, prospect sampling at games, seat visits at games, open houses at stadium, and outside meetings
•  Must be willing to work non-traditional hours, weekends, events and game days
•  The candidate will be accountable for certain levels of activity (calls made/appointments set) and goals

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty with energy and enthusiasm. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Excellent professional verbal and written communication skills
• Maintain a professional image and positive attitude
• Serve as a main point of contact for general athletic ticket inquiries that come in through inbound phone calls, email, and social media.
• Set and conduct in stadium, arena and out of the office sales appointments.
• Effectively use Salesforce CRM to maintain accurate records of all client and prospect interactions.
• Reach and exceed individual and team sales revenue goals.
• Assist with managing and stewarding existing season ticket members and donors
• Prospect and cultivate new sales leads through creative lead generation methods, as well as follow up on leads provided by partner organization
• Ability to handle heavy volume of outbound and inbound phone calls and emails
• Candidate should possess excellent time management and organizational skills
• Candidate should possess an optimistic team-first attitude, as well as a competitive desire to be the best
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment and effectively influence and communication with C-level clients

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE     

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent
• 1-2 years sales experience is preferred

COMPENSATION

Competitive pay, commensurate with experience, and a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and 401k plan.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Location: On Site – Kansas University 

*Required to work on site with the expectation of working Monday – Friday and as needed on game day events. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

NOTE:

The essential responsibilities of this position are described under the headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Also, this document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.

Legends & ASM Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.